Job Title: Senior Strategic Buyer Location: Shipley / Leeds (frequent UK travel occasional international) Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 Job Type: Permanent We’re seeking a Senior Strategic Buyer to lead procurement activity for high-value, precision-engineered components and specialist services within a regulated, technically complex manufacturing environment. This is a critical role focused on ensuring continuity of supply, contractual strength, and long-term value for advanced production operations. Key Responsibilities: * Develop and execute sourcing strategies for complex components and services * Deliver value through balanced cost, quality, and delivery approaches * Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers aligned to quality and commercial objectives * Manage key supplier relationships, host review meetings, and drive performance * Draft, review, and negotiate supplier contracts to ensure legal and regulatory compliance * Conduct market research and track emerging sourcing opportunities * Implement and manage category strategies aligned with procurement objectives * Build and secure a robust supply chain to support short and long-term business needs * Lead tenders, supplier selection, and contract award activities * Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Finance to align on requirements * Apply structured risk management across critical spend areas * Monitor and improve supplier performance using KPI data and feedback loops * Resolve issues with delivery, quality, or cost through active supplier engagement * Champion sourcing within the wider business to improve cross-functional collaboration * Support contract implementation to protect commercial interests and supply continuity * Provide operational support and cover for peers and management when required * Promote ethical procurement practices and professional integrity Key Requirements: * 5 years' experience in procurement within manufacturing or engineering * Proven record of delivering cost reductions and supplier-led innovations * Strong understanding of strategic sourcing, contract law, and supply chain risk * Skilled in category management and supplier development * Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret technical specifications * Confident negotiator and influencer at all levels * Commercially focused with a professional, solutions-driven mindset * Excellent communication and cross-functional working skills * Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business (CIPS desirable) * ERP/MRP experience (e.g., SAP, Oracle) essential * Organised, resilient, and methodical approach to procurement challenges * Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking ability * Able to travel frequently across the UK, with occasional international visits Apply now to take ownership of key procurement activity in a high-tech, quality-focused manufacturing setting